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Knock, Knock, Knock and Other Stories

1921

Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev

Knock, Knock, Knock and Other Stories

Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev

1921

Translated by Constance Garnett

Knock, Knock, Knock and Other Stories is a collection of short stories by Russian author Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev, first published in 1921. Written in the late 19th century, the stories explore themes of fate, character complexity, and human relationships, centering on Lieutenant Ilya Tyeglev, a character marked by romantic fatalism and tragic self-awareness. The narratives delve into Tyeglev's past and his interactions, culminating in a haunting atmosphere that reflects on destiny and love.

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A collection of short stories written during the late 19th century. The book introduces the themes of fate, character co...

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I was living at the time in Petersburg and had only just left the University. My brother was a lieutenant in the horse-g...

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